What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Science Writer position at American Association for Cancer Research?
Overview
The Senior Science Writer in the Communications and Public Relations Department will assist the director of science communications in translating scientific data and information related to cancer research into content that helps educate the public, policymakers, media and the health care industry about cancer research advances, the AACR’s mission, and the importance of biomedical science and funding. In this capacity, the senior science writer will assist the director in implementing the AACR’s communications and public relations plans that facilitate the accurate communication and reporting of the latest advances in cancer research from the AACR’s meetings, journals, partnerships, and other scientific activities.
Responsibilities
The Senior Science Writer writes and edits content that helps promote awareness of AACR’s scientific activities among the public, policymakers, the media, and others interested in cancer research. Responsibilities include:
- Writing and editing scientific press releases, blog posts, and features about cancer research advances from the AACR’s conferences, journal articles, and other scientific sources.
- Developing scientific content for the AACR websites and social media platforms.
- Staying abreast of the latest developments in various areas of cancer research, including basic and translational research, population research, and preclinical and clinical research.
- Researching and gathering information on scientific topics of interest and participating in the SciComm Journal Club.
- Assisting with the development of scientific video content for blogs and websites.
- Assisting with writing scripts and letters for leadership, newsletter, Annual Report, and other content.
- Collaborating with SciComm members and media relations staff to help identify important cancer research advances from AACR’s journals, scientific conferences, programs, and other initiatives to communicate to the scientific/medical press, national press, policymakers, cancer research community, and the public.
- Occasionally traveling to AACR conferences and other scientific programs to cover important scientific advances on the blog and websites as required.
- Collaborating with other members of the AACR about science communications projects that support the AACR’s mission and goals.
Qualifications
- Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into lay language for press releases and other written materials, including science backgrounders, blog posts, development activities, and reports.
- Ability to write compelling science content for lay audiences.
- Skill to develop scientific video content, including interviews and editing.
- Possesses outstanding editing skills and knowledge of AP style guide.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including being a team player capable of working effectively with AACR colleagues, membership, and leadership.
- Good understanding of biomedical terminology.
- Proficiency in social media.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- PhD in biomedical science; cancer research experience preferred.
- Minimum of seven years of experience writing science content for a variety of target audiences, including scientists, media, and lay readers.
How to Apply:
Please upload your resume and cover letter (required).
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